Colin Grant: How our stories cross over

The speaker reflects on his complex relationship with his father, Bageye, a Jamaican immigrant. He recounts childhood memories filled with fear and silence, shaped by cultural expectations and the pressure to conform. The narrative explores themes of identity, authority, and the generational gap. A reunion with Bageye after decades of silence leads to reflections on forgiveness and understanding, highlighting the potential for healing and reconciliation.

What does the narrator reflect on regarding the expectations placed on him as a child of Jamaican immigrants?

How did the narrator's perception of his father change over time?

What role did the narrator's mother play in his education and upbringing?

What does the narrator mean by stating that 'the children became the parents to the parent'?